Geopolitics & Energy: The US-Iran peace deal is easing oil-market stress, with Brent sliding toward a three-month low and markets rallying on hopes of Strait of Hormuz reopening—though shipping and supply-chain normalization may take months. UK Cost Pressure: A new RAC Foundation analysis pegs the Iran crisis’ hit to UK drivers at about £4bn via higher petrol and diesel prices, including roughly £670m in extra VAT. Business Regulation (India): SEBI says it will review delisting rules and startup listing norms to make exits and access to capital markets smoother. Corporate Governance (India): Belrise Industries appointed key executives to handle materiality and disclosure responsibilities under SEBI rules. Capital Markets (Romania): Net investments rose 4.8% in Q1, up to 41bn lei, driven by machinery and equipment. Inflation & Policy (Malaysia): Malaysia’s Economy Ministry expects inflation to stay within 1.5–2.5% in 2026 and plans a parliamentary statement on energy and supply-chain impacts. Trade & Compliance (China): China’s market regulator summoned Walmart China over Sam’s Club food-safety issues. Workforce & AI (US): California tech workers face worsening hiring conditions as companies demand AI skills, widening the divide between AI-hired talent and the broader job market. Local Business & Growth (Pacific): A NZ business mission of 37 leaders heads to Fiji to expand trade and investment in areas like tourism, renewables, logistics, and ICT. Education Integrity (US, Ohio): Ohio lawmakers advance a bill targeting businesses that sell academic work to students, with civil penalties proposed.